Best power stations for a sump pump
Models whose peak output starts a 1/2 HP sump pump (2150 W at start, 920 W running) and run it at least 3 hours of pumping. 51 of the 224 models we track qualify; here are the 10 most popular in the US, models sold on Amazon first.
What size you need: about 4182 Wh of rated capacity for 3 hours, and at least 2150 W of peak output to start it. That uses the same formula as our calculator; enter your own appliances there.
| # | Model | Specs | Pumping time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 | 4096 Wh, 4000 W continuous, 8000 W peak, LiFePO4, 114 lb | 3.5 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 2 | Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus | 3840 Wh, 6000 W continuous, LiFePO4, 137 lb | 3.3 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 3 | EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra X | 12288 Wh, 12000 W continuous, 45000 W peak, LiFePO4, 76 lb | 11 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 4 | EcoFlow DELTA Pro | 3600 Wh, 3600 W continuous, 7200 W peak, LiFePO4, 99 lb | 3.1 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 5 | Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus | 3584 Wh, 3600 W continuous, LiFePO4 | 3.1 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 6 | EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra | 6144 Wh, 7200 W continuous, 10800 W peak, LiFePO4, 70 lb | 5.3 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 7 | Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus | 5040 Wh, 7200 W continuous, 14400 W peak, LiFePO4, 134 lb | 4.3 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 8 | Jackery HomePower 3600 Pro Max | 3584 Wh, 4000 W continuous, LiFePO4 | 3.1 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 9 | Goal Zero YETI PRO 4000 | 3993.6 Wh, 3600 W continuous, 7200 W peak, LiFePO4, 116 lb | 3.4 h | Check on Amazon → |
| 10 | Bluetti Elite 400 | 3840 Wh, 2600 W continuous, 3900 W peak | 3.3 h | Check on Amazon → |
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The picks in short
EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3
4096 Wh, 4000 W continuous, 8000 W peak, LiFePO4, 114 lb. Runs the sump pump 1/2 hp about 3.5 h on a full charge. Specs from the EcoFlow page.
Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus
3840 Wh, 6000 W continuous, LiFePO4, 137 lb. Runs the sump pump 1/2 hp about 3.3 h on a full charge. Specs from the Anker SOLIX page.
EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra X
12288 Wh, 12000 W continuous, 45000 W peak, LiFePO4, 76 lb. Runs the sump pump 1/2 hp about 11 h on a full charge. Specs from the EcoFlow page.
EcoFlow DELTA Pro
3600 Wh, 3600 W continuous, 7200 W peak, LiFePO4, 99 lb. Runs the sump pump 1/2 hp about 3.1 h on a full charge. Specs from the EcoFlow page.
Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus
3584 Wh, 3600 W continuous, LiFePO4. Runs the sump pump 1/2 hp about 3.1 h on a full charge. Specs from the Jackery page.
Compare the picks
- EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 vs Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus
- EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 vs Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
- EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 vs Goal Zero YETI PRO 4000
- EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 vs Bluetti Elite 400
- Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus vs EcoFlow DELTA Pro
- Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus vs Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
- Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus vs Goal Zero YETI PRO 4000
- EcoFlow DELTA Pro vs Goal Zero YETI PRO 4000
Questions
What size power station do I need for a sump pump 1/2 hp?
About 4182 Wh of rated capacity for 3 hours of a 920 W sump pump 1/2 hp, after inverter and battery losses and a reserve. The power station also needs at least 2150 W peak output to start it. Your device's label gives the real watts.
How were these power stations chosen?
Models whose peak output starts a 1/2 HP sump pump (2150 W at start, 920 W running) and run it at least 3 hours of pumping. 51 of the 224 models we track match; we list 10, models sold on Amazon first, then by US popularity. We have not tested them; the numbers are the makers' published specs.
Which is the most popular power station on this list?
The EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3: 4096 Wh, 4000 W continuous, 8000 W peak, LiFePO4, 114 lb. Pumping time: 3.5 h.
Run times assume the appliance alone, typical duty cycle, inverter and usable-capacity losses, as in the calculator. Specs as published by the makers; checked dates are on each model page. All portable power stations · Other lists